As Croatia welcomes its first set of Rafale multipurpose fighter planes, Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic has announced that the next major project for the possible third government will be the acquisition of multi-purpose ships for the Croatian Navy. This initiative aims to enhance the Croatian Army by complementing the existing multi-purpose planes.
The arrival of six Rafale fighter jets in Croatia marks the beginning of a total of 12 planes that will be delivered by the beginning of next year. This contract was signed with France over two years ago, and Plenkovic highlighted the significance of this strategic partnership with France, which has been in place since 2010. The Prime Minister emphasized that it is crucial to protect Croatian national interests and reaffirmed his commitment to this partnership.
Plenkovic praised the state-of-the-art capabilities of the Rafale aircraft, which can serve as fighters, scouts, tactical and strategic bombers, and tankers. These new planes will significantly enhance the Croatian Air Force’s capabilities. A military pilot who flew one of the new aircraft expressed his joy at returning home and being part of such a momentous occasion.
The arrival of these Rafale jets represents a significant milestone in Croatia’s military modernization efforts. The pilots noted that these new planes offer increased agility, power, and tactical capabilities compared to previous aircraft. Plenkovic reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening this partnership with France and how it brings benefits to Croatia’s defense capabilities.
In conclusion, Croatia’s acquisition of multi-purpose ships for its Navy is an exciting prospect that will complement its existing fleet and enhance its overall capabilities in defense matters.
